MIL-HDBK-1005/7A
Table 16
Application of Valves
Type
Application
Remarks
Check Valves
Swing checks
All horizontal
Refer to AWWA C508.
applications
Ball checks
On reciprocating
Small diameter.
pumps
Vertical checks
All vertical
Refer to AWWA C507.
applications
Cone checks
Surge relief
Requires automatic
operator.
Cushioned checks
Surge relief
Slow closing
Foot valves
Prevents loss of
-
prime in suction
lines
Flap valves
At pipe outlets
-
Shutoff Valves
All applications
Refer to AWWA C500
and/or AWWA C509.
All applications
Largest size over
72 in. Refer to
AWWA C504.
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